As you plan to write and submit an NIH application, it is important to know some important submission basics, such as what type of application will be needed (paper or electronic) and which forms are necessary, as well as links to contacts, important deadlines, a general timeline, and guidelines for tracking your application through the process. The following resources provide details on each of these elements:

What's the process for submitting an application and should it be submitted in an electronic or paper format? This Web page provides tips and links for submitting competing applications and non-competing renewals that should answer these and other important submission questions.

What application should be used and where can all the forms be found? This Web page provides MS Word and PDF versions of all NIH Forms and Applications necessary for submitting research grant proposals to the NIH. Note: See individual funding announcements for specific application instructions and contacts.

How long until an award is made? The NIH Grants process can take approximately 10 months from application receipt and the peer review process through negotiation and award. The Grants Process At-A-Glance Chart on this Web page is a resource for understanding the steps your application goes through in that timeframe.